Nagelkirk Gardens

I stopped by Nagelkirk Gardens looking for ideas for my hunting camp—specifically wildlife-friendly trees and shrubs like dogwoods, elderberries, crabapples, oaks, apples, and pears. While I didn’t go into the main shop up front, I explored their large greenhouse area and the even bigger outdoor garden center. Everything was tidy and well-kept—no knocked-over pots or messy areas like you sometimes find at other places. The best part of the visit was the customer service. One of the staff members took a lot of time with me, answering a bunch of off-the-wall questions I had about planting and growing for wildlife. Even when she wasn’t sure about the animal side of things, she gave great answers on plant care, growth, fruiting timelines, and where and when to plant things. Super friendly, very knowledgeable, and didn’t make me feel rushed at all. Most of what they had was potted plants—not really seeds or bare-root stock—but the variety was impressive, and everything looked healthy. If you’re planning a residential garden, landscaping project, or just want to walk through and ask questions, it’s absolutely worth the stop. Great people and a really well-maintained place.